Tour of the traditional villages of Portaria and Makrynitsa.

Here is some information about the villages and sights you will see during the tour:

Departure is from Volos toward Pelion. In 25 minutes we reach the first village, Portaria, built on the western slopes of Pelion.

Portaria 

It stands out for the architecture of the houses, which are built of stone and wood, for the courtyards with the wonderful gardens full of colorful flowers, the cobbled streets and the springs.

We will let you explore the village by walking on the cobblestones and seeing the beauties of the village up close.

In the central square of the village you will find souvenirs and gifts from the region.

Portaria

The next village you will visit is Makrynitsa, known as “the balcony of Pelion”.

From Makrynitsa the view of Volos

Makrynitsa

The traditional architecture of the houses is characteristic of the village, built two centuries ago, decorated with rich painting and wood carving.

Today most of them operate as hotels.

In the central square of the village are the church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos (1806)

and the Byzantine Museum of Makrynitsa.

Church of Agios Ioannis Prodromos

Makrynitsa

Byzantine Museum of Makrynitsa

Also in the square you can enjoy the local cuisine in traditional taverns, have a drink or try sweets made from local fruits, while enjoying the view of the city of Volos and the sea of Pagasitikos from above.

Upon returning to Volos you can continue the tour by visiting the Churches of Agios Nikolaos (1934), Agios Konstantinos (1936), the archaeological sites and the Archaeological Museum, having been informed about the history of the city.

Church of Agios Nikolaos

Church of Agios Konstantinos

Archaeological Museum of Volos